Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Location:

Yankton, SD, 57078

Career area:
Engineering

Department:
Engineering - YTX

Job Type: Permanent

Apply by:
April 30, 2026

Hydro Extrusions is a world‑leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

The Automation Engineer designs and implements industrial control systems, provides change control, troubleshoots automated equipment, modifies existing control systems, and supports customer projects from beginning to end, including wiring control systems and sensors, software development/configurations, SCADA development, creating diagrams, PLC, and other technical areas.

• Program and optimize industrial robots and PLCs to support production needs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation‑related equipment issues alongside maintenance staff.
• Lead and support continuous improvement projects to increase automation efficiency and uptime.
• Design or modify mechanical and control systems for new or existing equipment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (maintenance, production, engineering) to implement automation upgrades and maintenance programs.
• Support installation and commissioning of new automated systems.
• Create and maintain documentation for equipment, programs, and procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related. (required)
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with PLC programming (e.g. Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or comparable systems). (required)
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or mechanical engineering. (required)
• Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies and practices, including smart automation, real‑time data analytics, and interconnected manufacturing systems. (preferred)

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law.

We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

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